Tanzania tasks IRDP to serve as a centre of research for Vision 2050 goals

DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has directed the 14th Governing Council of the Institute of Rural Development Planning (IRDP) to ensure the institution becomes a centre of knowledge, research and expertise capable of driving economic growth and supporting the implementation of Vision 2050.

The directive was issued in Dodoma by Deputy Minister for Finance, Laurent Luswetula, on behalf of the Minister for Finance, Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar, during the official inauguration of the Council.

Mr Luswetula said the Institute plays a critical role in producing professionals equipped with the skills to plan and manage development, adding that its training programmes, research and innovation should respond to the needs of the current and future economy.

He said Vision 2050 recognises education and skills development as the foundation for building a knowledgeable, competent and capable workforce that can respond to social, economic and technological changes.

He therefore urged the Council to ensure the vision is fully reflected in the Institute’s plans, training programmes, research activities and partnerships with stakeholders.

“The council has a responsibility to provide strategic direction and oversee management in increasing investment in Research and Development (R&D), strengthening the Institute’s research capacity and ensuring that research findings are translated into technologies, improved products and services, increased productivity and solutions to socio-economic challenges,” Mr Luswetula stressed.

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He further directed the Council to ensure that directives issued by President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, are translated into practical actions and incorporated into the Institute’s plans, strategies, budgets and performance measurement systems.

Mr Luswetula said the directives were communicated through the Vice-President during the Chairpersons of Boards and Chief Executives of Public Institutions and Corporations Forum (C-CEOs Forum 2026), held in Arusha from September 28 to 30, 2026.

The directives focus on implementing Vision 2050, strengthening efficiency and accountability in the use of public resources, investing in young people through skills that meet labour market demands, and enhancing collaboration between the public and private sectors.